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2020 1Pre-arrival and orientation information

Welcome to Bau University. We look forward to seeing you in October. This guide is organised roughly chronologically taking you through the end of the summer, your first day, your first week, and then giving some general advice. It's worth giving this a read because hopefully many of your ques�ons will be answered somewhere within these very pages.

Before you get here At this point, we hope you'll be enjoying one of the longest and work-free summers you're ever going to get. Enjoy it, and make the most of the �me you have at home. You'll probably have lots of ques�ons about what to do before you get here. You'll want to know what to expect in terms of work, and the social side of life, as well as where you'll be living for the next terms. We hope that this guide answers some of the ques�ons you might have, and gets you excited for all that's to come on the journey ahead.

Georgia is served by five airports:

1. International Airport of Tbilisi ShotaRustaveli — TAV Airport tbilisiairport.com (+995 32) 231 00 07

2. International Airport Kutaisi Also known asthe Kopitnari airport.kutaisiairport.ge

3. Batumi International Airportbatumiairport.com

4. Natakhtari airport A small private airfield, which deals with air taxi.

5. Airport name Queen Tamar Mestia.Svaneti http://www.gcaa.ge/eng/mestiisaeroporti.php

By LandYou can reach Batumi by land from the neighboring countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan and Turkey you can reach Batumi by land transport. It is prohibited to cross administrative border of Abkhazia and South Ossetia for the citizens of Georgian and foreign countries.Travelling by car: It is possible to reach Batumi from Europe and Asia through Armenia, Azerbaijan or Turkey motorwaysTravelling

By BusBuses depart from Istanbul, Ankara and Trabzon to Batumi every day, during the summer period bussesdeparted from Yerevan and Baku several times a week

Rail transport The railway connects Georgia with Armenia and Azerbaijan. During the summer the train Yerevan-Batumi-Yerevan works every day as well as the train Tbilisi-Baku, but the train Yerevan-Tbilisi runs every other day.

Travelling in Georgia

On foot Batumi can be walked around from one end to the other -roughly 45 minutes.

By bus and minibusBatumi has several bus routes. For using the municipal transporta�on means, one must purchase one of the contactless plas�c cards for free. Standard Card - BATUMI CARD – Available for interna�onal travelers as well. It can be purchased in the service center of “Metro Service +” located at #55 Gorgasali Str. Batumi. It is also available at the Express Pay machines (the ones who have the func�on of issuing the transport card) of the Bank of Georgia.. Buses N9 and N10 go from and to the Airport.

By bicycleThere is a network of red painted bike paths through-out Batumi, including the most notable path a 8km path along

the sea which stretches along both the beach and port side of Batumi. An automated bike sharing membership, called BatumVelo makes it available to rent bicycles and cycle around the city. To get a BatumVelo card visit the Tourist informa�on center at the main entrance to the Boulevard, near the fountains. You should have an iden�ty card or passport. ‘’BatumVelo’’ offers 2 types of packages: The annual package – 20 GEL (10 GEL – price of BatumVelo card+ 10 GEL to your balance for cycling) To replenish the balance on your card please visit the Tourist Informa�on Centre where you purchased the package.

Getting around Batumi

·The price of a 1 day package amounts to 4 Lari (2 Lari - price of BatumVelo card +2 Lari for a 1 hour drive on a bicycle)

·The price of a 10 day package amounts to 10 Lari (4 Lari - price of BatumVelo card +6 Lari for a 3 hour drive on a bicycle)

·The price of a 1 year package amounts to 20 Lari (10 Lari - price of BatumVelo card +10 Lari for a 5 hour drive on a bicycle)

Ci�ens of the European Union and Eastern Europe as well as USA, Canada, Turkey, Ukraine, Russia, PPoland, the Bal�c ates, Belarus, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and many other countries are now able to enter and stay in Georgia for a year visa-free.Ci�ens of European Union member states may enter Georgia with a travel document as well as with an ID card that is issued by an EU member state and contains the person's name, surname, date of birth and a photo.In addi�on, e tering Georgia and staying for 1 year visa-free is also possible ffor citens who hold a United NaNa�ons (UN) Laissez-Passer, a travel document issued by the UN or its specialized agencies.To enter in Georgia it is necessary to have a passport, valid for at least 6 months from the date of entering the country. Ci�ens of other states need to arrange visa before travelling to Georgia. In some cases, visa can be issued at land border crossings or interna�onal airports upon arri al.

Residence Permit in Georgia

How to register an online applica�on or residence permit?To register an online applica�on or residence permit you need to fill in an electronic applicaca�oorm, upload the relevant documents electronically, contact Remote Service Operator and express your will online to get residence permit.Note:1. Documents necessary for considera�on of an appli aa�onor residence permit in Geororgia shall also be submed materiallywithin 10 days following registra�on of an electonic applicaa�on and ached documents.2. Documents issued abroad shall be translated into Georgian and notarized. Documents issued abroad (if applicable) shall also be legalized or cer�fied by ap os�lle.Who can apply online for residence permit?Legally capable foreigner of 18 years of age is eligible to apply online for residence permit. The issue of persons of up to 18 years of age shall be considered based on an applica�on of their le al representaate. Only an alien staying in Georgia is en�tled o apply online for residence permit, while applicaa�onor extension of residence permit can be filed online by a person residing both in Georgia and abroad.Residence permit for study purposesissued for the purpose of study at educa�onal ins�tu�ons a edited in Georgia.What documents are required to apply online for a residence permit for study purposes?Online applica�on or a residence permit for study purposes should be electronically accompanied by the following documents::

How long does it take to consider an issue of gran�ng a esidence permit for study purposes and what is the fee for the men�oned sevice?The issue of gran�ng a esidence permit for study purposes is considered in 30 calendar days and the service fee is GEL 210. Fee for expedited service is GEL 330 in 20 calendar days and GEL 410 in 10 calendar days.

· Photocopy of an alien's travel document.· Photocopy of a document evidencing alien's lawful stay in Georgia· Cer�f ate issued by an educaca�onal ins�tu�on aut ed in Georgia confirming alien's studies(indica�ng the a n�ci ted durara�on otudy).· Document evidencing legal income earned in Georgia by an alien and/or by a ci�en of Georgia or by his/her relaatehaving the right of residence in Georgia and a document confirming kinship with that person. The money in an alien's personal bank account may also be considered income; Taking into account the dura�on of a esidence permit for study purposes, the monthly amount of the money should not be less than double the amount of minimum subsistence level of an average customer in Georgia.· 3x4 cm photo.

Residence Permit

Visa Regime

LIST OF DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS IN BATUMI: Azerbaijan - 62 Parnavaz Mepe street; t.: 0 422 27 67 00 Estonia - 60 Gorgasali street; t.: 0 422 27 09 10 Turkey - 9 Ninoshvili street; t.: 0 422 25 58 00 Iran - 83 Parnavaz Mepe street; t.: 0 422 22 86 01, 0 422 22 86 02 Armenia - 32 Gogebashvili street; t.: 0 422 21 63 02

Opening a bank account in Georgia can be a good chance to manage your finances. Banks in Georgia serve foreigners efficiently and the opening process is quick and simple.What Documents Are Necessary for a Foreigner to Open a Bank Account?

• Passport

None of these documents are required to be Georgian, including your address.Which bank should I choose?There are a mul�tude of ban s to choose from in Georgia, many of which are local. That being said, it's possible to select a larger interna�onal ins�tu�o or your personal banking. The most popular banks in Georgia include:Bank of GeorgiaTBCLiberty BankBasis BankIş BankBank Prometei Batumi

Bank Iş

Bank Prometei Batumi

Bank Tbc

Bank Liberty

Bank LibertyBank Of Georgia

Bank Tbc

Bank VTB

Bank Liberty

Bank Liberty

Foreigners willing to open a bank account are likely to need the following documents (some banks may open your account just with your passport):

• Applica�on form• Birth Cer�ficate and a�endance of a parent (in case of being under eighteen)

How to Open a Bank Account?

University fees and charges An annual fee for the educa�onal service provided in the terms of this contract is 6500 (six thousand five hundred) USD equivalent to GEL according to the Na�onal Bank exchange rate of the payment day. A tui�on fee must be paid during one academic year on semester basis in two stages within the terms of the academic and financial registra�on set by the rector’s order. A total tui�on fee is paid in two installments.

When Do I Need To Pay

TermFall SemesterSpring Semester

Tui�on FE S 21-23 October 2020 (50 percent) 15-16 March 2021 (50 percent)

Living in Batumi depends on your lifestyle. It is es�mated that a single student living in Batumi needs approximately

500-600$ a month to meet basic living expenses such as accommoda�on, food, and other necessi�es. The informa�on

below will help you plan your finances for living in Georgia.

Food prices vary depending on where you shop and what products you buy. Supermarkets o�en have ‘own-label’

brands which are much cheaper. You can also explore local markets or bulk buying.

Budge�ng for life in the Batumi

Basic goods

Loaf of white bread

Rice

Noodles (300g)

1 liter of semi-skimmed milk

10 medium eggs

Margarine (500g)

Cheese (1 KG )

Cooking oil

Pasta – uncooked spaghe�

Approximate costs in $

0.3 USD

0.67 USD

0.2 USD

1.34 USD

1.01 USD

1.34 USD

2.69 USD

0.84 USD

0.43 USD

Approximate costs in $ Drinks

Cola (2ltr)

Coffee – instant (100g)

Tea bags (80 bags)

Mineral water (3ltr)

1.01 USD

0.37 USD

0.91 USD

0.67 USD

Studying at BAU INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY BATUMI

Fall semester

Final exams

r Spring semeste

Final exams

28 October

16-28 February 2020

17 march

6-18 July 2021

Your research might not happen just in books so it's worth exploring the library and electronic resources too during your first weeks.

BAU INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY BATUMI is an ambi�ous interna�onal university. We have a strong desire of

providing educa�on of the highest quality and there is a strong partnership between our staff and our students that

influences every part of the BAU ac�vity and is a key of our success.

Important Dates

Teaching sessions may be �metabled between 09:00 and 18,00 Monday to Saturday, We try to keep Sunday a�ernoons free from teaching to allow you to par�cipate in extra-curricular ac�vi�es. When being a medical student, you need to get used to this busy schedule, which may be very different from your previous experience.

For further studies, our library and electronic resources are available and worth using.

Freshers' Week 21-28 October 2019 Freshers' Week is a great opportunity for all new students to orientate themselves to the Bau batumi

interna�onal uni ersity . The week is packed with accademic induc�on and social ac�vi� or all students to join.

The Interna�onal elcome Program sessions Are specifically for internana�onatudents and provide pr praal informaorma�on and

help to start your life at the Bau Batumi interna�onal uni ersity as wwell as social opportuni�es.ou will be able to see your

Academic Induc�on me e�ngs in your online t table via emil to your arrival in BAU. So you will be able to check your academic

assessment on your ois system. so do remember to check

h�p:/ois.bauinternaa�onal.edge/auth/login

Induc�on sessions an run across the whole wweek and all other ac�vi�es (including y events run by sociecie�es) t fit

around these sessions. Most socie�es put on mul�ple vents during Freshers' Week,like welcome party, so if there is a make

sure you check the online events guide to see when else you can catch your favorite society.

YOUR FIRST WEEK

· Welcome from your Head of College/ Discipline

· Academic support and representa�on in our university

· Understand your program structure and the year ahead

· Meet your personal tutor

· Meet your fellow students

· Finalize your modules

· Familiarize yourself with your academic building

YOUR ACADEMIC INDUCTION WILL INCLUDE:

Living in a new culture is exci�ng but an also be challenging. Here is some basic advice about life in the Batumi.·Although simple politeness is always expected, Georgian people like to hear 'please' and 'thank you' repeatedly! Peoplehere are very friendly but can be reserved, especially when talking to strangers. You might also like to download applica�on or basic phrases to communicate easily. ·If you are invited to someone's home for a meal it is polite to take a small gi� (or example, wine, chocolates or flowers),or you could invite them to your home in return. It is considered good manners to tell your hosts in advance if you have special religious or dietary requirements.·When you are in a bank, shop or wai�ng or a bus you are expected to queue; stand in line and wait your turn. People can getvery angry if you 'jump the queue'.·Georgian a�tudes o sex and sexuality may be different from those in your own country. You are free to live according to yourown personal standards, ethics and beliefs and not feel pressured to adopt those of any of your fellow students.·Georgia has one of the easiest ways to pay your u�lity or a y other bills. The whole country is full of pay boxes, where you canchoose the service you would like to pay for, slide the cash and done. Easy! This way you don't need to wait in lines at a post office, bank, or any other office of the provider. You can even buy try trainets at certain pay boxes if you spontaneously decide to travel to other parts of the country.

Climate and clothingBatumi has a warm climate thanks to it´s position next to the Black Sea. This means that it has nice temperature all year making it an all year destination. Summers can very warm, but not to hot. The average annual temperature inBatumi is around 14 degrees Celsius (57 °Fahrenheit). Rainfall in Batumi is frequent year round.

OuterwearIt is better to have 3 options for outerwear:·Something windproof — a windbreaker.·Something warm — a winter jacket or a parka coat.·Something in the middle, and better — waterproof.

Living in the Batumi

GEORGIAN DISHES

Smoking is prohibited in all government workplaces, schools, childcare facili�es and ecreaa�onacultural f facili�es. Smoking restric�ons ae required in private workplaces, restaurants, bars and retail stores. The use of e-cigareees is prohibited by food service employees at work, except in designated areas.

Drinking waterAll Georgian tap water is safe to drink unless it is labelled 'not for drinking'. Do not use water from the hot water tapfor making hot drinks. You should instead boil a ke�le or use a micowave.

Smoking

Living in the Batumi

The official language of Georgia is Georgian, along with Abkhazian language in Abkhazian A/R. Georgian language is

one of the oldest living language in the world. It belongs to the family of Ibero-Caucasian group. It should be noted that

the Georgian alphabet is among the world's 14 alphabets and takes 5th place for its age. The majority of local people in

Ajara talking in Georgian, Russian and English languages.

Useful vocabulary: Hello - Gamardjoba

Goodbye - Nakhvamdis

Please - Gtkhovt

Thank you - Madloba

Yes/No - Diakh/Ara

Excuse me - Ukatsravad

What's your name? - Ra gqvia?

Where's hotel? - Sad aris sastumro?

What's the address - Ra misamar�a?

How much is it? - Ra girs?

Georgian Language

HomesicknessThe decision to study at BAU interna�onal uni ersity Batumi brings the opportunity to make new friends, to expand your academic knowledge, and to change your exis�ng vi w of the world. But in common with any major trransi�on, it also brings challenges. Feeling homesick can be one of them, even if you've already lived abroad. It is one of theemo�onal tates that can be a part of what is known as culture shock. Homesickness is a common experience for interna�onal tudents- and for many Georgian students who have lee� homeor the firsirst �me. an affect people indifferent forms: e.g. coming in waves, or slowly building up ovver �me. So me�mes it seems e like a physical illness, e.g. feeling �ed, unwell, or lacking in energy. It can appear when you're not eexpec�ng - for example, when things have gone well.The trigger in this case can be having no one really close or special with whom to share the experience.

Symptoms of homesickness can include: Feeling down-hearted, tearful or anxious Feeling lost or lonely Longing and grief for your former life Being unable to stop contac�ng people t home Being absent-minded, or finding it difficult to concentrate Feeling unwell Brooding on the pastCommon triggers may include: When the 'honeymoon period' has worn off, i.e. Batumi no longer seemswonderful or exci�ng When you have doubts about your decision to study here

When the demands of your course have become more real, and your self-confidence is affected

If the local culture feels confusing, unwelcoming, or just too different If you miss a major celebra�on, holid y or important event that is happening athome When a crisis occurs and your parents, friends or partner aren't there to providehelp and support If friends leave Batumi, or if you spend long periods of �me hee whenothers have gone back home

HomesicknessThere may be other causes, depending on your par�cular cicumstances. But the most important thing to remember is that

homesickness is normal. Be pa�e t with yourself as you adjust. Try to accept that feeling comfortable in BAU will take

some �me. It helps if ou can encourage yourself, and if you can remember that you are not alone in feeling this way.

Things you can do to cope with homesickness:

Leave your room

It can be temp�ng o seek the security of your own space, but don't hide in your room for too long. Reach out to others.

Invite people for a cup of tea or coffee, or for a meal. Go into town, for a walk by the river, or see a film. Don't be afraid to

talk about your experience of homesickness, but try to stay posi� e.

Consider how much �me ou spend in contact with the people back home:

If you keep in touch infrequently, you'll miss the support that you crave from the people who are important to you.

But if you rely on them too much, you may risk becoming overly-dependent. Try to strike a reasonable balance to get the best of

both worlds, with the aim of developing a new sense of your own independence.

Do something

Mee�ng up with othes from your own culture can be an ann�de to loneliness, and an essenen�al sce of comfort. But it's

equally important to leave your comfort zone from �me to �me. The opportuni�es i AU are many and

varied- get involved, and get busy! Join a student society, play a sport, volunteer, try a new type of food. Atend one of the

many performances, lectures, and events that regularly take place across the University and Colleges.

Find a way to process your experiences

Many interna�onal tudents post blogs, keep journals, take photographs, or find other mediums to help them get through

�mes of homesickness and cultue shock. A photo journal or blog can become a way of documenn�ngour life at

Cambridge, sharing with others what you experienced, what you've learned, and how you faced up to any obstacles

along the journey.

Get out of Batumi

Useful contacts

BAU Interna�onal Uni ersity Batumi

Address: 237,Khelvachauri ave.

Batumi 6010,Geirgia

E-mail: info@bauinterna�onal.eduge

T: +995 422 21 25 35; +995 422 21 25 36

Fax: +995 422 21 25 37

Facebook h� s://www.facebook.com/BAUintbatumi/?epa=SEARCH_BOX

Instagram @bauinbatumi

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